Heritage Home Devonshire Tea House

We were a group of six friends that looked forward to our high tea at Heritage Home Devonshire Tea House today.

Beautiful venue, nestled in the most delightful garden setting. Tables on the varanda were attractively laid with a nice tablecloth and pretty fine bone china. So far, so good.

I was surprised we were not offered a choice of tea, just served with a pot of strong English Breakfast style tea.

When asked if a herbal tea alternative was available, we were provided with a few teabags and a pot of hot water.an adequate if not very gracious response.

Scones arrived hot from the oven. They looked and tasted amazing and were served with two types of jam and double cream.

I found it disappointing when one of the group asked if she might have a little more of the (very delicious) plum and mulberry jam, we were brusquely told, everything was portioned out and we had been served enough for six people. It was suggested we finish up the strawberry jam which most of us found very sweet and not as palatable as the alternative.

Given there were six people who paid $25 per person for our morning tea ($150 in all) I personally believe our hostess could have been a little more accommodating and provided a small extra serving of jam with a little grace.

Overall, the setting, food and atmosphere was lovely. Perhaps our host was having a bad day, nevertheless her attitude spoiled what could have been and should have been a wonderful experience.